Cairns Show Young Rural Ambassador -

YOUNG RURAL AMBASSADOR

ABOUT

The Cairns Show Young Rural Ambassador (YRA) Awards highlight the importance of youth involvement in the Rural Industries and Agricultural Shows.

The Young Rural Ambassador Award identifies and recognises the next generation of young leaders and seeks young rural adults that can demonstrate a strong commitment to the rural industry and who have a genuine interest and/or affiliation with their local Agricultural show movement.

The Young Rural Ambassador Award seeks young rural adults that can demonstrate a strong commitment to the rural industry and who have a genuine interest and/or affiliation with their local Agricultural show movement.

WHO CAN ENTER?

The Award is open to persons born in Australia or naturalised Australians permanently residing in Queensland.
Entrants must be permanent residents of Australia who have resided in Queensland for a minimum of three (3) months immediately prior to nomination.
Entrants must be aged 16 to under 19 years as at 1st July in the year of competition.
The Award is open to both males and females.
Immediate family members of affiliated Cairns Show Association committee and staff are eligible to enter provided they:

Declare a pecuniary interest and; and
Are not involved in any discussion regarding the result during the competition.

Previous Winners of the Cairns Show Young Rural Ambassador are not eligible to enter again but are highly encouraged to enter the Rural Ambassador Awards.

ATTRIBUTES OF A SUITABLE CANDIDATE

Agricultural interests and skills.
Community involvement.
Contribution to the Agricultural society: involvement, enthusiasm, versatility, ability to take and give direction, new ideas.
Future goals.
Interests / hobbies.
Knowledge of local and general Rural issues.
Possibility of long-term involvement in the Show Movement.
Personal Achievements.
Verbal communication skills.
Be willing to assist on a Rural Sub-Committee.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Entrants must complete the following documents:

Cairns Show Young Rural Ambassador Entry Form (located below);
Entrants Questionnaire;
A recent photograph (in high resolution electronic format);
A cover letter; and
A 2-minute video (Your 2-minute video should introduce yourself and why you would like to be selected as the 2025 Cairns Show Young Rural Ambassador. Please note your introductory video will be posted on our Facebook page. This will be one element of the judging process. Also be aware when filming your video of the surrounding noise and how it will affect the sound quality).

Those looking at applying should read the Conditions of Entry below to ensure every success of entry.

Please return all forms and videos to the Cairns Show Office via email at [email protected].

Finalist will be required to undertake a formal interview via Teams on a date to be advised (between 30th March and 2nd April).

The Winner and runner up will be announced at the Award presentation ceremony held on Friday 4th April commencing at 6:30pm where they will undertake a short on-stage presentation about themselves and why they have entered this competition. Please arrive at 6:00pm for canapes.

AWARDS

Prizes awarded to the Young Rural Ambassador are non-transferable. All prizes are subject to change without notice.

1st Prize – $200 cash prize, a stunning trophy, a CSYRA shirt, and a Cairns Show Next Generation membership.
2nd Prize – $100 cash prize, plus a Cairns Show Next Generation membership.

JUDGING

Entrants are judged in accordance with the following guidelines:

Agricultural Show Involvement
Community Involvement
General and Rural Knowledge
Personality
Ambitions/ Goals
Communication Skills
Style, Grooming and Deportment
Public Presentation (onstage interview)

Judging will be based on:

Entrant’s Questionnaire
Video Presentation
Formal Interviews
Public Presentation

REQUIREMENT OF WINNER

Represent The Cairns Show Association and the Local Community.
Be active at the Cairns Show and may be offered Associate Judging roles or stewarding roles
Be part of the public face of the Cairns Show.
Must attend the Friday of the Cairns Show at a minimum (the level of commitment will depend on schooling or employment and can be negotiated with the Cairns Show Association)
Accept as many invitations as work and school commitments will allow.
Participate in the local QCAS Next Generation Committee
Must not behave in a manner that would bring disrepute to the Young Rural Ambassador Awards or the Agricultural show movement.

DRESS CODE

In the role of Young Rural Ambassador, you are representing the Cairns Show Association.

The following dress code applies for the various events you will be a part of throughout your Young Rural Ambassador experience:

During the Cairns Show – Your Cairns Show Young Rural Ambassador shirt, along with a skirt or jeans/pants are to be worn, with sensible footwear and headwear for sun protection. A coat or school blazer is optional.
For the Show Ring – Dress pants/jeans; shirt with tie or scarf.

At no time does the Cairns Show Association intend any winner to lose faith with an employer/school through their involvement with the awards. It is an excellent experience for any entrant and an enjoyable time as the Cairns Show Young Rural Ambassador!

Nomination Form

Entrant Information